Life In Scrubs19 Jan 2021

Surviving a 12-Hour Shift

In this episode, our hosts Kristen and Maddi are giving their best tips to survive a 12-hour shift! From what to wear, to teamwork they get down to the details of what supports them through these long and tiring shifts. With Kristen being a night shift new nurse, and Maddi being a day shift more seasoned nurse, this episode is full of tips from both of their perspectives and it's not just what physically helps them through their nursing shifts! Tune in to hear their best advice for your next 12-hour shift!

01:00 Do you prefer to work 3 12-hour shifts?

04:00 What is a typical 12 hour night shift like for you?

06:30 Do you meal prep before going in to work?

08:20 How do you keep your energy up throughout a 12-hour shift?

10:00 Tips and tricks to get yourself to drink enough water!

11:50 What shoes do you wear while you're on your feet for 12 hours?

16:40 Compression socks vs regular socks!

17:30 Do you wear underscrubs?

19:20 How does your shift run differently when you ask or offer help with co-workers?

21:00 It's ok to ask for help! Benefits of working as a team!

24:30 How do you handle not being able to get to EVERYTHING within your 12-hour shift?

27:40 How do you take breaks during a 12-hour shift?

30:30 What works best for you to be able to get through your shift?

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